Public Entity Defense Litigation​/Civil Rights Attorney

Public Entity Defense Litigation / Civil Rights Attorney

This role is for an attorney to defend government entities, agencies, municipalities, and public employees in civil rights litigation. You will handle cases involving Section 1983 claims, NJCRA constitutional violations, and government liability.

$110,000 – $175,000 per year

• Competitive Base Salary up to $175K (DOE) + Bonuses
• Comprehensive Benefits:
  Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Matching 401(k), PTO
• Hybrid‑Remote Flexibility

• Defend government entities, agencies, municipalities, and public employees in civil rights litigation
• Handle cases involving Section 1983 claims, NJCRA constitutional violations, and government liability
• Manage litigation from inception through resolution, including pleadings, discovery, motion practice, depositions, and trial preparation
• Draft and respond to motions to dismiss, summary judgment motions, and qualified immunity defenses
• Represent clients in state and federal court, including appearances at hearings, mediations, and trials
• Collaborate with government officials, risk managers, and co‑counsel to develop legal strategies and ensure compliance with public sector protocols
• Draft legal opinions and provide risk assessments for public entity clients
• Great opportunity for an attorney with prior experience at the Attorney General’s Office looking to transition to private practice

• J.D. and licensed to practice in New Jersey
• Minimum of 2 years of civil rights litigation experience
• Prior experience at the Attorney General’s Office (current or former Deputy Attorney General preferred but not required)
• Familiarity with Section 1983 litigation, NJCRA, qualified immunity, and governmental immunities
• Experience representing or working with public entities, municipalities, or state agencies

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